W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW)

NYSE: GWW · Real-Time Price · USD
989.35
-2.24 (-0.23%)
Mar 25, 2025, 4:00 PM EST - Market closed
-0.23%
Market Cap 47.66B
Revenue (ttm) 17.17B
Net Income (ttm) 1.91B
Shares Out 48.17M
EPS (ttm) 38.71
PE Ratio 25.56
Forward PE 24.42
Dividend $8.20 (0.83%)
Ex-Dividend Date Feb 10, 2025
Volume 195,074
Open 992.64
Previous Close 991.59
Day's Range 981.64 - 995.95
52-Week Range 874.98 - 1,227.66
Beta 1.17
Analysts Hold
Price Target 1,151.50 (+16.39%)
Earnings Date Apr 24, 2025

About GWW

W.W. Grainger, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, distributes maintenance, repair, and operating products and services primarily in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. It operates through two segments, High-Touch Solutions North America and Endless Assortment. The company provides safety, security, material handling and storage equipment, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance, and metalworking and hand tools. It also offers technical support and inventory management services. The company provides safety, security, ... [Read more]

Sector Industrials
Founded 1927
Employees 26,000
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol GWW
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, W.W. Grainger's revenue was $17.17 billion, an increase of 4.19% compared to the previous year's $16.48 billion. Earnings were $1.91 billion, an increase of 4.37%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 11 analysts, the average rating for GWW stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price forecast is $1,151.5, which is an increase of 16.39% from the latest price.

Price Target
$1,151.5
(16.39% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

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